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Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for Adults
Hosted by Joanne D'Amico · EN
Drift Off - Bedtime Stories is a soothing bedtime story podcast that welcomes you each week with a soft, melodic voice to help you fall asleep to bedtime stories from the public domain. Every episode begins with a brief relaxation to help you settle in, followed by a calm reading of a bedtime story. Whether you're looking for a relaxing tale to help you unwind or a sleepy bedtime story, Drift Off Bedtime Stories for Adults is the ultimate destination for a restful night's sleep.
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The Long Winter: The Finale (Chapters 32 & 33) — A Bedtime Story for Sleep
Jun 3000:24:59Tap to summarizeTonight, we come to the last two chapters of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. After so many long, cold nights together, we finally arrive at the thaw... the return of light, warmth, and relief after the hardest season the Ingalls family has faced.It has been such a comfort to share this story with you, night after night, as the snow piled high outside our little window of imagination. Thank you for letting me be part of your bedtime, and for drifting off alongside Laura and her family through every storm.Settle in, get cozy, and let's close out this story together, one last time.Sweet dreams, Joanne 🌙This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here: https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated and helps me continue creating peaceful stories for you.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off. Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.
Transcribe →The Long Winter (Chapter 30 & 31) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Jun 2300:27:39Tap to summarizeTonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder.In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 30 & 31. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record.Sweet dreams,JoanneThis podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here: https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated and helps me continue creating peaceful stories for you.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off. Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.
Transcribe →Princess Mayblossom | A Classic Fairytale for Sleep
Jun 1600:57:24Tap to summarizeTonight's story is a beautiful French fairy tale first published in 1697.Join Princess Mayblossom on a magical journey filled with enchanted gifts, fairy blessings, unexpected trials, and the promise of happiness beyond adversity. Rich in imagination and timeless charm, this classic tale has captivated readers for centuries.So settle in, get comfortable, and allow this enchanting story by Madame d'Aulnoy to gently carry you toward a peaceful night's sleep.Sweet dreams,JoanneThis podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here: https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated and helps me continue creating peaceful stories for you.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off. Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.
Transcribe →The Long Winter (Chapter 28 & 29) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Jun 900:37:34Tap to summarizeTonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder.In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 28 & 29. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record.Sweet dreams,JoanneThis podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here: https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated and helps me continue creating peaceful stories for you.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off. Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.
Transcribe →The Long Winter (Chapter 27) Bedtime Story for Sleep
Jun 200:44:48Tap to summarizeTonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder.In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapter 27. So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record.Sweet dreams,JoanneThis podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here: https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated and helps me continue creating peaceful stories for you.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off. Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.
Transcribe →The Long Winter (Chapter 24 - 26) Bedtime Story for Sleep
May 2600:23:41Tap to summarizeTonight, we return to the endless snow and bitter prairie winds of The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder.In this episode, I’ll be reading Chapters 24 through 26. Since Chapters 25 and 26 are quite short, I’ve included Chapter 24 as well to create a longer, more relaxing listening experience.So settle in, get comfortable, and drift back to the little town of De Smet, where the Ingalls family continues to endure one of the harshest winters on record.Sweet dreams.This podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here: https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated and helps me continue creating peaceful stories for you.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off. Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.
Transcribe →Important Apple Subscription Update
May 2400:02:45Tap to summarizeA short update regarding the ongoing Drift Off Premium issues currently affecting Apple Podcasts subscribers.Thank you so much for your patience, kindness, and understanding while Apple continues investigating the backend subscription problems affecting premium content and subscriber access.Existing Apple subscribers needing temporary access to premium content through Supercast are welcome to reach out to me directly.This podcast is 100% listener-supported with no ads and proud of it! Help me keep this space ad-free! Thank you for your support :)As a Drift Off Premium member you: Help keep Drift Off calm & ad-free for restful nights and better sleep Extra Episodes to enrich your sleep routine Enjoy full-length audiobooks for uninterrupted relaxation & sleep Did you know you can also listen to my regular bedtime stories on Insight Timer for free? It’s a peaceful space for rest and relaxation. Also, for just $9.99/month, you’ll get access to my premium stories plus meditations, music, and live sessions from other amazing teachers.https://insighttimer.com/relaxforawhileOh...and be sure to drift over to the podcast website to learn a little bit about the voice behind the stories. Hope to see you there!https://www.driftoffpodcast.com
Transcribe →The White Cat | A Sleepy Fairytale to Drift Off To
May 1900:40:24Tap to summarizeTonight, drift away with The White Cat by Mary deMorgan — a dreamy and unusual fairy tale filled with enchantment, hidden castles, strange riddles, and a mysterious white cat with secrets of her own. This sleepy fairytale is designed to help you relax, unwind, and gently drift off to sleep.So get comfortable, settle in, and let the story carry you into a peaceful night’s rest. Sweet dreams!JoanneMusic in this episode is 'Paintings' by Ookean via Epidemic SoundThis podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd simply like to make a one-time contribution to help support the podcast, you can do so here: https://driftoff.supercast.com/donations/new. Every gift, no matter the size, is deeply appreciated and helps me continue creating peaceful stories for you.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off. Thank you for being here, and for helping keep Drift Off a peaceful, ad-free space.
Transcribe →The Long Winter (Chapter 23 & 24) Bedtime Story for Sleep
May 1200:27:06Tap to summarizeWelcome back, dear listeners! Tonight we continue with a couple more chapters from The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This story takes us back to the prairie with Laura and her family as they face one of the hardest winters they've ever known.So snuggle in, get comfortable and let the gentle rhythm of this timeless story carry you into a place of peace and rest.Sweet dreams,Joanne xoMusic in this episode is 'Forest Spring' by Aiyo via Epidemic SoundThis podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off.
Transcribe →The Bee and the Orange Tree (Part 2) Bedtime Story for Sleep (A Quirky Fairytale)
May 501:01:16Tap to summarizeWelcome back friends! Tonight, we continue our journey with The Bee and the Orange Tree by Madame d’Aulnoy… a dreamy fairy tale of devotion, bravery, and quiet magic.Before we drift into Part 2, here’s a reminder of where our story left off…In Part 1, we met Princess Aimée, lost at sea as a baby and raised among ogres—yet somehow growing into a kind, gentle, and courageous young woman. Living in the shadows of danger, she quietly devoted herself to protecting others.One day, after a fierce storm, she discovers a shipwrecked stranger—Prince Aimé. Though they cannot understand each other’s words, a deep connection forms between them. She hides him away to protect him from the ogres, returning each day with food and care… and slowly, something tender begins to grow between them.But danger lingers close. As the prince begins to suspect her true identity, and their bond deepens, their fragile safety hangs by a thread…And now, Part 2…Faced with a forced marriage to the young ogre, Aimée must act quickly to save the prince—and herself. With courage, quick thinking, and a touch of enchantment, the two set out on a perilous escape.What follows is a journey filled with transformation, clever disguises, narrow escapes, and unwavering love… as they face relentless pursuit and discover the true strength of their bond.So settle in, and let yourself be carried gently into the rest of this enchanting tale…Sweet dreams 🌙Music in this episode is 'Lakeside' by Harbours & Oceans via Epidemic SoundThis podcast is 100% listener-supported, completely ad-free, and made possible by wonderful listeners like you. Thank you for helping me keep bedtime a peaceful place.If you'd like even more relaxing stories throughout the week, Drift Off Premium includes:• Fresh new premium episodes every Tuesday & Thursday• Instant access to the complete premium archive• Intro-free listening so you can dive straight into your wind down• Listen first, months—or even years—before the public feed• An exclusive full-length audiobook libraryYou can learn more by visiting www.driftoffpodcast.com, where you'll also find my downloadable audiobooks, my Dream Shop, and everything else happening in the world of Drift Off.
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